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Patent GB-2432066-A (GB)
Title: Optical coherence tomography imaging using repeated scan at slowly changing wavelength
Inventor: ROGERS JOHN A
IPC: G01B9/02
Filed: 2005-11-02
Abstract: A spectral optical coherence tomography (OCT) method involves repeatedly transverse scanning a target (e.g. eye retina) 14 with a beam from an OCT interferometer with a narrowband source such as laser 10. The source wavelength is varied or modulated over a range, e.g. 700 - 800 nm, at a slow rate relative to the target scan rate, which may be at least 10000 times per second, e.g. from a 16 KHz resonant scanner. The returned object beam is detected, producing a data set from multiple scans along the transverse line over a wavelength or frequency range; that is, given the high scan rate and low wavelength change rate, each scan line is effectively performed at a particular frequency. Data is processed to extract an OCT (typically B-scan) image. A Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) may be used.
Patent GB-2420872-A (GB)
Title: Lens barel with radially retractable optical element
Inventor: NOMURA HIROSHI
IPC: G02B7/02
Filed: 2005-12-01
Abstract: A lens barrel includes a radially retractable optical element (13e) constituting a part of a photographing optical system, the radially retractable optical element being movable between a photographing position located on an optical axis of the photographing optical system, and a radially retracted position located at an off optical axis position; a biassing device (39) for biassing the radially retractable optical element toward the photographing position; and a swing member (60) which is rotatable about an axis extending parallel to the optical axis, the swing member pushing the radially retractable optical element against a biassing force of the biassing device to move the radially retractable optical element to the radially retracted position. The swing member (60) may be rotated by gears (61-64).
Patent GB-2433458-A (GB)
Title: System and proces for superplastic forming
Inventor: FRIEDMAN PETER
IPC: B21D26/055
Filed: 2005-12-21
Abstract: A system and method for superplastic forming a workpiece. The system includes a superplastic forming cell formed of a plurality of individual stations or modules, each one performing a specific manufacturing step or process on the workpiece. Individual stations include a preheat station, a forming station, a cooling station, a cleaning station and a trimming station. These stations work in conjunction with one another to reduce superplastic forming cycle times and correspondingly increased production times when manufacturing a workpiece using a superplastic forming process.
Patent GB-2418961-A (GB)
Title: Micro-fabricated electrokinetic pump
Inventor: CORBIN DAVID
IPC: F04B17/00
Filed: 2003-09-23
Abstract: An electrokinetic pump fabricated by using semiconductor processing and etching steps. The pump comprising a substrate 501 with a porous structure 502 frit to an interface formed with the substrate. A plurality of support structures 506 are formed from the substrate thereby forming a plurality of support apertures 508 between the support structures. A voltage differential applied between the interface and a surface of the porous frit drives a liquid from the plurality of support apertures through the porous structure to the surface. The porous structure has a plurality of pores which extend from the surface to the interface.
Patent GB-2425551-A (GB)
Title: Valve controlling flow between interior and exterior of the valve body
Inventor: COON ROBERT J
IPC: E21B34/06
Filed: 2006-04-07
Abstract: A valve 100 comprises a body 110 having a first spring 160 and a sealing member 170 configured to move inside the body 110 against the spring 160 to provide a fluid flow path 114 from an interior 195 to the exterior 155 of the valve body at a predetermined pressure difference. The pressure difference may occur when a pump 150 located above the valve 100 is turned on. If the pump 150 is removed or turned off, the valve 100 returns to the off state, thereby preventing production fluid from flowing into the wellbore. The valve 100 may be provided with a bypass system. In a separate embodiment, the sealing member moves between first 190 and second 185 seats, and is configured to move the second seat 185 against a spring 180 so as to provide the fluid flow path.
Patent GB-2445551-A (GB)
Title: Folding photo album
Inventor: WALDMAN DAVID
IPC: B42D1/08
Filed: 2006-07-20
Abstract: A foldable storage album comprising a body of clear plastic viewing pockets three columns wide and six rows deep, each pocket having an slit on an inner edge for insertion of a flat article whereby the album can be folded along a plurality of folding lines separating adjacent pockets to form a single stack. Preferably the body of pockets have tabs 2 attached to the top left and bottom right corners which act as both covers and handles. The tabs 2 may lay on the top and bottom of the stack when the album is folded and each tab 2 may include a rigid card insert. The tabs 2 may have circular welds in the corner to prevent tearing. The album may have holes to facilitate mounting on a vertical surface. When unfolded all images may be displayed at the same time. The album may be folded concertina fashion.
Patent GB-2434185-A (GB)
Title: Bicycle brake lever
Inventor: CHEN JUI-PIN
IPC: B62L3/02
Filed: 2006-08-22
Abstract: A bicycle brake lever has a body (10), a hydraulic cylinder (12), an oil jacket (14), a cap (15) and a leakage proof element (16). The body (10) has a threaded hole and a lever (11). The hydraulic cylinder (12) is mounted on the body (10) and has an oil chamber (122), a piston (13) and an annular groove (124). The piston (13) is mounted moveably in the oil chamber (122) and is connected with the lever (11). The annular groove (124) is formed around the hydraulic cylinder (12). The oil jacket (14) is mounted rotatably around the hydraulic cylinder (12) over the annular groove (124) and has a tube (142). The cap (15) is mounted over the opening of the tube (142). The leakage proof element (16) is mounted between the opening of the tube (142) and the cap (15). The oil jacket (14) and tube (142) may be made of translucent material, to allow inspection of the hydraulic fluid level.
Patent GB-2433365-A (GB)
Title: A super regenerative receiver that uses an oscillating signal which is driven by a current equal to (bias current multiplied by N) + quench current
Inventor: KIM EUNG JU
IPC: H03D11/04
Filed: 2006-12-06
Abstract: The super-regenerative receiver includes a super-regenerative oscillator for generating an oscillation signal when receiving driving current exceeding a predetermined critical level. The receiver also includes a bias current controller for generating bias current according to an output of the super-regenerative oscillator, and a pulse width controller for receiving a predetermined clock and controlling a width of the clock according to the output of the super-regenerative oscillator. The super-regenerative receiver further includes a quench generator receiving the width-controlled clock from the pulse width controller and generating quench current that varies according to the pulse width of the clock. The driving current for oscillation equals to a sum of the bias current N-times multiplied and the quench current.
Patent GB-2434227-A (GB)
Title: Mouse that can sense rotation and lateral movements with the mouse processing the rotation data using location data send back by the computer
Inventor: POSTON TIMOTHY
IPC: G06F3/048
Filed: 2006-12-22
Abstract: Disclosed is an input device for reporting motion against a planar surface ie a mouse. The device first establishes a connection by wire or by radiated signals to a computer, changes in the location of the device relative to the said planar surface and the rotation of the device about an axis normal to the planar surface are then estimated. Next, the device receives data requests from the computer as would be sent to a location-only mouse, and it responds by sending data that would be sent by a location-only mouse with the status of any buttons or other components conventionally included in a mouse. The device also receives signals from the computer that constitute a request for data relative to both location and orientation and responds with data describing changes in location and orientation of the device relative to the said planar surface with the status of any buttons etc. The computer then uses the data sent to modify the state of an a program running and to change the display controlled by the program. Also disclosed is a device for reporting the lateral force and rotational torque applied to a fixed location device such as a joystick or button mouse.
Patent GB-2445148-A (GB)
Title: A seat-belt presenter arrangement
Inventor: HJERPE ERIK
IPC: B60R22/03
Filed: 2006-12-27
Abstract: A seat-belt presenter arrangement 1 is disclosed for use with a vehicle seat 2. The arrangement comprises an engaging element 17 which is arranged for engagement with part of a seat-belt 7. An actuating mechanism is also provided and the engaging element 17 is moveable from a starting position to a presenting position which is located forwardly of the starting position relative to the seat 2. The actuating mechanism is pneumatically operable to move the engaging element 17 from its starting position to its presenting position, thereby engaging the seat-belt 7 and moving part of the seat-belt forwardly relative to the seat 2. The actuating mechanism may comprise a compressed gas operated piston 22 acting upon an elongate lever arm 14, where said arm may be urged back to it's starting position under the action of a helical spring 25.
Patent GB-2445973-A (GB)
Title: Lamp using recycled illumination energy
Inventor: BOORMAN ALAN J
IPC: F21S9/03
Filed: 2007-01-25
Abstract: A light bulb 4 that draws from the mains 1 is surrounded by photovoltaic cells 6 to generate power that is stored in a rechargeable battery 7. A trip device 3 and a battery limiter 8 switches the power from the mains to the battery when the battery becomes fully charged thus conserving energy via recycling unused illumination.
Patent GB-2435282-A (GB)
Title: Roller cone drill bit with debris flow paths through associated support arms
Inventor: BLACKMAN MARK P
IPC: E21B10/22
Filed: 2007-02-21
Abstract: A roller cone drill bit (40) has a bit body (42) with at least one support arm (50) extending therefrom. Each support arm has an interior surface (52) and an exterior surface (54) with an associated spindle (70) extending inwardly from the interior surface. A respective cone assembly (90) is rotatably disposed on each spindle. A gap is formed between interior portions of each cone assembly and exterior portions of the associated spindle with a fluid seal (108) disposed in the gap to block fluid flow therethrough. Each cone assembly (90) includes a generally circular backface disposed adjacent to the interior surface of the associated support arm (50). At least one fluid passageway (170) extends through each support arm to allow communication of fluid from the interior surface to an exterior surface of the support arm. A debris diverter insert (190) having a generally hollow bore may be disposed within each fluid passageway.
Patent GB-2437273-A (GB)
Title: A conveying wheel with resilient suspension
Inventor: ERIKSSON CHRISTIAN
IPC: B60B9/12
Filed: 2007-03-16
Abstract: The wheel comprises a wheel body (11), a bearing (13) mounted in the wheel body, by which bearing the wheel (10) is bearing-mounted on a shaft (17), and a spring suspension (15a, 15b) provided by flexible elements integrated into the wheel structure. The elements are fitted to be coupled to the inner race of the bearing (13) in between the wheel body (11) and the shaft (17) so that they do not rotate. On the shaft (17) a non-rotating internal seal (16a, 16b) is mounted and, correspondingly, on the internal race of bearing (13) a non-rotating external seal (14a, 14b) is mounted, and in between said internal and external seals each flexible element (15a, 15b) is mounted in a non-rotating manner. The seals (14a, b, 15a, b) can be axially split to enable assembly on either side of the bearing (13).
Patent GB-2435800-A (GB)
Title: Fuel cell separator plate reinforcement via bonding asembly
Inventor: KUMMEROW JACK
IPC: H01M8/02
Filed: 2006-01-10
Abstract: A fuel cell bipolar plate assembly is disclosed which includes a reinforcement positioned between the anode and cathode plates to strengthen the assembly.
Patent GB-2440449-A (GB)
Title: Soakaway
Inventor: SHINGLETON JASON
IPC: E03B3/03
Filed: 2007-07-25
Abstract: Apparatus 1 for providing a soakaway comprises a receptacle 2 for holding liquid and a liquid permeable sleeve or bag 3 therefor. In a preferred embodiment, the sleeve 3 is a geotextile UV resistant or retardant fabric, which is flexible and thus foldable. The sleeve 3 has an entry 4 at one end closable by a closure means in the form of a plurality of flaps 5 which are folded to close the entry 4 when the receptacle 2 is inside the sleeve 3.
Patent GB-2454646-A (GB)
Title: Terminal positioning technique
Inventor: MARKOULIDAKIS YANNIS
IPC: H04W64/00
Filed: 2007-10-02
Abstract: Using satellite location techniques for mobile terminal positioning in indoor environments is challenging because these location techniques rely on "line of sight" communications to satellites. To improve the location technique used in conventional location based services (LBS), the invention describes a method for detecting when a mobile terminal moves from an indoor environment to an outdoor environment (or vice versa). The method detects changes in received signal strength that are characteristic of a change of environment and controls the location technique accordingly: the terminal retains last known "good" location measurements when the new environment is inferred to be an indoor environment.
Patent GB-2443126-A (GB)
Title: Methods and systems for designing and/or selecting drilling equipment with desired drill bit steerability
Inventor: CHEN SHILIN
IPC: E21B10/00
Filed: 2006-08-07
Abstract: Methods and systems may be provided for simulating forming a wide variety of directional wellbores including wellbores with variable tilt rates and/or relatively constant tilt rates. The methods and systems may also be used to simulate forming a wellbore in subterranean formations having a combination of soft, medium and hard formation materials, multiple layers of formation materials and relatively hard stringers disposed throughout one or more layers of formation material. Values of bit steerability and controllability calculated from such simulations may be used to design and/or select drilling equipment for use in forming a directional wellbore.
Patent GB-2446333-A (GB)
Title: Control system for valve actuator
Inventor: ARD DARRYL
IPC: F16K31/143
Filed: 2008-05-21
Abstract: A control system 16 includes control valves 200, 202 of a hydraulic actuator 14 for operating a valve 12 between open and closed positions. The valve 12 and the control system 16 are used to regulate the operation of the actuator 14. The valve 12 is installed in a gas pipeline typically used in the oil and gas industry. Actuator 14 uses gas pressure from the pipeline for power. Control system 16 includes double pilot operated two-way valve to equalize pressure between tanks 212, 214, and pilot-operated valves 204, 206, 208, 210.
Patent GB-2460717-A (GB)
Title: Autoantibodies for the detection of a predisposition to Lupus
Inventor: EBNER MARTIN JOHANNES
IPC: A61K39/00
Filed: 2008-06-11
Abstract: Methods for diagnosing a patient as having or being predisposed to developing Lupus are described. The methods comprise detecting in a sample taken from a patient one or more auto- antibodies that bind to auto-antigens, wherein the presence of one or more auto-antibodies, or an increase in the concentration of one or more antibodies, indicates that the patient suffers from or is predisposed to develop Lupus. A total of 31 separate autoantigens are claimed. Methods of monitoring the progression of Lupus or the efficacy of a therapeutic agent to Lupus by detecting the presence of these autoantigens are also claimed, along with diagonistic kits, and the uses of the autoantigens in a vaccine for the treatment of Lupus.
Patent GB-2462061-A (GB)
Title: Lamp structure
Inventor: CHEN CHE-KAI
IPC: F21K99/00
Filed: 2008-07-14
Abstract: A lamp structure comprises: a slim light emitting source including at least one light emitting diode, LED, packaged on a multilayered printed circuit board type aluminium base; a funnel-shaped reflector being concaved toward a centre thereof and defined with at least one hole for partially accommodating the LED, and an inner surface of the reflector being coated to form a light reflecting surface; a flat lens whose surface being treated with sand blast; a lamp housing with a receiving chamber for accommodation of the slim light emitting source, the reflector, the flat lens, and a driver, the lamp housing being formed with a plurality of heat dissipation fins; and the driver inserted in the other end of the receiving chamber of the lamp and having a positive and negative leads connected to the slim light emitting source for enabling it to produce light.
Patent GB-2452623-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for shelling boiled eggs
Inventor: BERMEIER GERD
IPC: A23L15/00
Filed: 2008-09-05
Abstract: An apparatus (1) for shelling boiled eggs (2), comprises a multiplicity of spaced-apart shelling rollers (4) which run in an axis-parallel manner to one another, are guided in the manner of a circulating belt over end deflecting rollers (5) and are driven in rotation in the same direction, and also a plurality of longitudinal guides (10) which are arranged above the top strand (4a) of the circulating shelling rollers (4) and, in pairs in each case, form a roof-like channel (11) extending in the conveying direction of the top strand (4a) of the circulating shelling rollers (4) and can be moved as a whole transversely to the conveying direction, is designed such that the region of the top strand (4a), as seen in the through-passage direction (A), is subdivided into two operating regions (7, 9), a first operating region (7) being provided as a breaking-open station for striking and/or breaking open the eggshells, and this is followed by a shelling region (9) of known design. The eggshells can be reliably struck and broken open without the actual operation being adversely effected.
Patent GB-2464937-A (GB)
Title: Supine stabilizer and leg support
Inventor: GOLDSMITH ANNA
IPC: A47C16/02
Filed: 2008-10-29
Abstract: A supine stabilizer comprises a soft, shaped formation providing a pair of channels A which partially enclose, support and control the user's thighs to achieve a supine lying posture with the hips slightly abducted. Two soft base pillars C splay apart to allow the base B to stabilize on a supporting surface. A soft, interlocking mechanism D allows relatively free movement of the user without restraint. The large flat top E provides a downward force on the legs to straighten the knees. The middle section F exerts an ergonomically efficient outward force over a large surface area of the inner thigh to retain the hips in slight abduction. The device is formed from a porous material to provide air circulation next to the skin and prevent unwanted heat build up in the user. The device is machine washable so that it can be kept clean.
Patent GB-2467185-A (GB)
Title: Antenna Arrangement of RFID Tag
Inventor: ROSE DAVID
IPC: G06K19/077
Filed: 2009-01-27
Abstract: A RFID tag arrangement comprises an RFID tag attached to a generally cylindrical object (100). The RFID tag comprises an antenna and an integrated circuit coupled to the antenna wherein the tag is attached to the cylindrical object in such as way so that at least part of the antenna extends around a circumference of the object. The antenna may extend around the object in a helical path, and may comprise two or three parts each following a different path around the object. The first and second parts may be produced by folding part of a longitudinal antenna pattern. The object may be a carrier (100) for arrangement around a second generally cylindrical object (50) such as a cable or pipe. The carrier may comprise a split cylinder.
Patent GB-2468362-A (GB)
Title: Waste receptacle
Inventor: TODD JONATHAN ADAM
IPC: B65D43/26
Filed: 2009-03-07
Abstract: A closure system for a waste bin receptacle 1 comprises a closure 6 which is movable between an open position in which waste material can be deposited in the receptacle 1 and a closed position. The closure system further comprises a plurality of separate actuator pedals 14, 15 defining an actuation arrangement arranged to effect movement of the closure 6 between the closed position and the open position. The plurality of pedals 14, 15 are separately actuatable and are positioned at spaced portions of the receptacle 1.
Patent GB-2470933-A (GB)
Title: Spring mattress with an arm accommodating trench
Inventor: HURRELL ASHLEY SPENCER
IPC: A47C23/00
Filed: 2009-06-10
Abstract: A spring mattress 6 has a trench 1 cut into it which spans the full width of the mattress. A memory foam insert is received in the trench of the mattress and is provided with a cut 2 and hole 3 which runs extends across the width of the insert and allows it to collapse when pressure it applied, e.g, under the weight of the arm of an occupant lying on the mattress [see Figure 2]. The foam may be covered making it soft and smooth to touch, also helping an arm slip down into the cut 2. The foam may be permanent attached to the mattress. The mattress allows occupants to cuddle whilst in bed without experiencing the discomfort of numbness in the arm caused by restricted blood flow. It also allows an arm to be released without waking up the other occupant.
Patent GB-2460777-A (GB)
Title: Dip cup
Inventor: HILEY RICHARD
IPC: A01J7/04
Filed: 2008-03-20
Abstract: A dip cup (10) comprises a cup (12) for receiving a teat, the cup (12) being connected or connectable to a supply of teat treating liquid including a foaming agent, foaming elements (34,36) for mixing air and the teat treating liquidto produce foam, and a regulator device (16) for setting an air-to-liquid ratio. The regulator devices (16) is selectable or adjustable based on the teat (10) treating liquid, so that a specified air-to-liquid ratio is achieved.
Patent GB-2473871-A (GB)
Title: Data transfer device
Inventor: CAREY RALPH
IPC: G06F13/38
Filed: 2009-09-28
Abstract: A data transfer device comprising at least one source universal serial bus (USB) connector 4a-c, arranged to be connected to a source USB device, and at least one destination USB connector 5a-c, arranged to be connected to a destination USB device, wherein the source USB connector is associated with a source central processing unit (CPU) 1 and the destination USB connector is associated with a destination CPU 2, wherein the CPUs are connected 3 to one another, and wherein the data transfer device is configured such that data stored in the source USB device may be transmitted directly to and stored by the destination USB device under control of the source and destination CPUs. The CPUs may comprise USB host controllers. A user interface including buttons 8 and LED's 9 may also be provided and there may also be a display with graphical user interface. Optionally a power input 7 may be provided such as a rechargeable battery.
Patent GB-2461217-A (GB)
Title: Electronic device docking system
Inventor: SENATORI MARK D
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2009-10-30
Abstract: An electronic device docking system (12), comprising an electronic device (10) having a touch pad (75) and a recessed area (38), the touch pad (75) and recessed area (38) disposed on a working surface (27) of the electronic device (10), the recessed area (38) configured to receive an input device (14).